The Places of Worship Act, 1991: Statutory Intent, Constitutional Friction, and Recent Judicial Developments
The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991 is an important legislation dealing with the religious character of places of worship in India. Enacted against the backdrop of the Ram Janmabhoomi movement during the 1990s, the Act sought to preserve social order, uphold secularism, and provide legal finality regarding the religious character of places of […]
Custodial Trial Explained: Is Keeping an Accused in Jail Throughout the Trial Legal?
Introduction The concept of a Custodial Trial has recently become a significant topic in Indian criminal law. Although investigating agencies often request courts to keep an accused person in judicial custody throughout the trial, an important legal question arises: Does Indian law actually permit a custodial trial? The debate surrounding Custodial Trial has gained attention […]
